The average train between Cologne and Lake Bled takes 13h 13m and the fastest train takes 10h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Lake Bled. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Cologne and Lake Bled. The earliest departure is at 12:07 AM at night, and the last departure from Cologne is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Lake Bled at 2:23 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 13h 13m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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Want to know about travelling from Cologne to Lake Bled? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Lake Bled. However, there are services departing from Cologne station and arriving at Lake Bled station via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 13m.
Cologne to Lake Bled train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Lake Bled train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Villach Hbf station.
The distance between Cologne and Lake Bled is 730 km. The road distance is 955 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Bled Jezero via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Salzburg Hbf, Villach Hbf, and Jesenice in around 11h 25m.